Free agent defensive tackle Stephen Paea said he'll sign with the Redskins, reports NFL.com. Paea started 40 games for the Bears over the past four seasons and registered 31 quarterback hurries and six sacks last year.

The Redskins are "closing in" on a four-year deal with free agent defensive tackle Stephen Paea, who's spent his entire four-year career with the Bears, reports CSNChicago.com. Paea, 26, had six sacks, two forced fumbles and 33 tackles while playing in every game last season.

The Bears have ruled linebacker Lance Briggs (ribs) and defensive back Chris Conte (shoulder) out for Week 7 at home against Miami. Linebacker Jon Bostic, who is nursing a back injury, was the only player listed as questionable on the injury report for Chicago.